HP Police Tops Nation in ERSS-112 Response Time; CM Sukhu Lauds Force.
Shimla:
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu yesterday congratulated the Himachal Pradesh Police for securing the first position in the country in average response time under the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS-112) during the last 24 hours. He said the achievement reflects the efficiency, dedication and professionalism of the police force in ensuring timely assistance to citizens in distress.
The Chief Minister said that despite the State’s challenging mountainous terrain, long travel distances and limited resources, Himachal Pradesh has emerged as the best performer in emergency response services, which is a matter of pride for all Himachalis. He reiterated that the State Government remains committed to police modernization, technology-driven policing and citizen-centric governance to further strengthen public safety services.
Appreciating the consistent efforts of ERSS-112 teams, police stations and field officers across the State, the Chief Minister said that disciplined working procedures, effective use of technology and strong field-level supervision have played a crucial role in significantly improving response times. He assured that the State Government would continue to extend all necessary support to further improve emergency response systems and strengthen policing infrastructure in Himachal Pradesh.
Reiterating the achievement, the Chief Minister said that Himachal Pradesh has secured the top position among all States and Union Territories for average response time under ERSS-112 in the last 24 hours. He credited this success to the quick mobilisation and coordinated efforts of ERSS-112 teams and police personnel, who ensured timely assistance to citizens in need.
Director General of Police Ashok Tiwari expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for his continuous support, particularly in strengthening police modernization and technology-based policing. He said that “Speed, Sensitivity and Service” would remain the guiding motto of the Himachal Pradesh Police. He added that the achievement was not merely a ranking but a reaffirmation of the force’s commitment that whenever any citizen in Himachal Pradesh calls for help, the police will reach them at the earliest.
